Transportation
- Best Beach Nearby
- Playa Dominicus (Blue Flag certified)
- Top Regional Airline
- Sky High Aviation (serving Caribbean routes)
- Top International Airline
- JetBlue and Arajet (flying into LRM or PUJ)
- Highway Access
- Autovía del Este (Route 3) connects to Santo Domingo in 2 hours
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Guagua station on Calle La Bahía (buses to La Romana and Higüey)
- Public Transport Passes
- No passes; local Guaguas cost 100 DOP flat rate to La Romana
- Regional Travel
- Expreso Romana bus to Santo Domingo (approx. 350 DOP)
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Uber (limited availability); local 'Sichopay' taxi union prevails
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Bayahibe Rentals; Scooters approx. $25/day or $300/month
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Centro Médico Central Romana (La Romana, 20 mins away)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Kukuua Beach Club (sunrise yoga sessions)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Bayahibe Fitness Center (Calle Eladia de la Cruz; 1,500 DOP/month)
- Laundry Services
- Lavandería Bayahibe (100 DOP per load, wash & fold)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Komida (local delivery app for La Romana/Bayahibe)
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Pescado con Coco (Fish in coconut sauce)
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Aibi Beach Bar (offers chickpeas burgers and salads)
- Best Dessert Spots
- Gelateria Italiana in Dominicus (authentic gelato)
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Supermercado Iberia (La Romana for bulk); local Colmado Los Primos
- E-commerce/Online Store
- EncargoPaq (courier service for Amazon/US orders)
- Grocery Delivery
- Colmado Junior (WhatsApp ordering for local staples)
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Bayahibe Waterfront (Calle La Bahía)
- Local Brewery
- Cerveza Presidente (served at El Astillero)
- Wine Bars
- Tiro al Blanco (Wine and Tapas)
- Street Food Stalls
- Pica Pollo stalls near the baseball field
- Popular International Cuisine
- La Piazetta (High-end Italian in Casa de Campo nearby)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- The Bayahibe Rose (Pereskia quisqueyana) - National flower
- Museums & Art Venues
- Altos de Chavón (Mediterranean-style village and art center, 15m away)
- Historical Sites
- Cueva del Puente (Indigenous Taino cave paintings)
- Religious Sites
- Parroquia San Estanislao (Altos de Chavón)
- Annual Events
- Fiestas Patronales de Bayahibe (June)
- Cultural Districts
- Bayahibe Village Center
- Theater Venues
- Altos de Chavón Amphitheater (Major international concerts)
- Local Markets
- Bayahibe Souvenir Market (Handmade crafts and Larimar)
- Music Scene
- Live Bachata at Colmado El Patio
- Street Art
- Colorful murals along Calle Juan Brito
- Cooking Classes
- Dominican Cooking experience at Vivo
- Art Galleries
- The Gallery at Altos de Chavón
- Historic Buildings
- The iconic Bayahibe Lighthouse (Bar/Restaurant)
- Local Heritage
- Fishing boat culture and handmade 'Cayucos'
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Parque Nacional del Este (Cotubanamá)
- National Parks Nearby
- Cotubanamá National Park (walking access from Dominicus)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Padre Nuestro Jungle Trail
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Bayahibe harbor at sunset
- Birdwatching Locations
- Saona Island mangroves
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Playa Pública Bayahibe (with local permit)
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Vimenpaq (in La Romana)
- Tech Repair Services
- Compumaster (La Romana for laptop/phone repair)
- Table Tennis Spots
- Local community center near the school
- Language Classes
- Spanish courses at local community schools
- Libraries & Study Spots
- The library at Altos de Chavón Regional Museum
- Community Centers
- Bayahibe Center (Centro Comunal)
- Gaming Lounges
- No dedicated lounges; PlayStation rentals in La Romana
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Dream Casino (at nearby resort entrances)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $2,200 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $88,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $1,700 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $68,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $2,100 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $126,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $1,600 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $96,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $2,000 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $160,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $1,500 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $120,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 27%
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 10%
- Tax System
- Territorial tax system (only income earned in DR is taxed)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 25%
- VAT
- 18% (ITBIS)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- No
- Property Tax
- 1% on value exceeding approx. $150,000 (IPI)
- Property Transaction Tax
- 3% of purchase price
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Yes, foreign sourced income is generally tax-exempt for 3 years for new residents
Essentials
- City
- Bayahibe, La Altagracia, Dominican Republic
- Population
- 3,500
- Internet Speed
- Average 40-60 Mbps via fiber optics (Claro/Altice)
- Currency & Banking
- Dominican Peso (DOP). 1 USD ≈ 59 DOP, 1 EUR ≈ 64 DOP
- Tap Water
- Not drinkable; 5-gallon bottled water (botellón) costs approx. 80 DOP
- Power
- 110V, 60Hz, 🔌 Type A/B sockets (US standard)
- SIM Card
- Claro (best coverage) or Altice; 10GB for 15 days ≈ 800 DOP
- Banking for Expats
- Banco Popular or Banreservas; Revolut/Wise work at most ATMs
- Accommodation
- Apartments and boutique hotels; Airbnb and local agencies like Bayahibe Village
- Cashless Friendly
- Partially; cards accepted at restaurants/hotels, cash needed for colmados and transport
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, Booking.com, and onsite managers at Cadaques Caribe
- Budget Accommodation
- Bayahibe Guesthouse (approx. $40/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Bayahibe Village (walking distance to harbor and beach)
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Dominicus Americanus (quieter, better infrastructure, fiber internet)
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- No dedicated coworkers; many nomads work from 'The Hub' at Cadaqués
- Best Cafe for Work
- Saona Cafe (good Wi-Fi, shaded terrace, overlooking the harbor)
- Networking Events
- Bayahibe Business Association monthly mixers; informal meetups at Chicuita Bar
- Social Events for Expats
- Expats in Bayahibe/Dominicus Facebook Group events at Tracadero Beach Club